Twitter: Mute contacts using the mute function

You can mute tweets and contacts on Twitter. This practical tip explains how to use the mute function.

Mute contacts on Twitter using the mute function

As soon as popular events take place, the Twitter stream threatens to explode with tweets. To mute tweets and users:

1. Log in to the Twitter website with your account.
2. In a tweet, click "More"> "Mute" below.
3. You can also mute a user directly in the profile. To do this, switch to the contact's profile view and click on the gear icon.
4. Select "Mute" in the drop-down menu.

Mute Twitter contacts in Android and iOS app

You can also mute users in the Android and iOS app. Here's how it works:

• In the iOS or Android app, tap the tweet you want to mute and select the three-dot icon.
• Tap "Mute" and confirm your selection with a finger on "Yes, I'm sure".
• Alternatively, in the profile of a user, select the gear icon and select "Mute" and confirm the selection.

There are some useful keyboard shortcuts to send messages even faster on Twitter. You will find out which these are in another practical tip.